Police search for coffee bandit

Police said the suspect took money from a Waffle House after assaulting an employee with a cup of hot coffee. (Images courtesy Fayetteville Police Department)

November 5, 2012 1:13:39 PM PST

FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. --

Fayetteville police need help in identifying a robbery suspect.

Officials said the suspect entered the Waffle House on Gillespie Street last Tuesday just after 11 p.m. The man allegedly assaulted an employee with a cup of hot coffee before leaving with an undisclosed amount of money.

Anyone recognizing the suspect is asked to contact CrimeStoppers at (910) 483-TIPS (8477).